A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded near the Menora Tunnel in Ipoh, Malaysia, on 30 March 2024, when a pregnant woman, already a victim of a road accident, was fatally run over by a passing vehicle whose driver failed to stop and render help.
The victim, 25-year-old Nur Fatihah Badrul Hisyam, was eight months pregnant when the fatal incident occurred. After being involved in an earlier road accident, she was lying injured on the road when a red SUV approached the scene at high speed.
Dashcam footage of the incident has been widely circulated online, showing several vehicles carefully navigating through the wreckage and debris scattered across both lanes. As these vehicles slowed down to avoid the accident scene, the red SUV appeared from behind, travelling at a relatively high speed.
Instead of coming to a full stop, the SUV attempted to overtake a black pickup truck on the rightmost lane. The driver only began to decelerate upon noticing a human body on the road ahead—by which time it was already too late.
The vehicle struck Nur Fatihah and dragged her several metres before speeding off from the scene without stopping to help. The tragic moment captured on video drew widespread outrage online, with many calling for justice for the young mother-to-be.
Following the incident, the Malaysian police issued a statement confirming that they are actively tracking down the driver of the red SUV involved in the hit-and-run. Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
This case has ignited public concern over road safety and the lack of empathy shown by some drivers. The fact that the victim was already severely injured and lying helplessly on the road makes the actions of the hit-and-run driver particularly appalling. Moreover, the loss of two lives—both Nur Fatihah and her unborn child—has further magnified the gravity of the incident.
Law enforcement agencies are treating the case with urgency, as leaving the scene of an accident, especially when causing death or serious injury, is a criminal offence. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage, dashcam videos, and other forms of evidence in hopes of identifying and apprehending the driver.
Meanwhile, tributes have poured in for Nur Fatihah on social media, with friends and members of the public expressing grief and anger over the senseless loss. Many netizens have urged drivers to exercise greater caution and humanity on the roads, especially in emergencies where every second counts and help can mean the difference between life and death.
Investigations are ongoing, and police have vowed to bring the responsible driver to justice. Nur Fatihah’s family, still in mourning, is appealing for anyone with knowledge of the vehicle or driver to assist in the search. This tragedy has served as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of reckless driving and a call for accountability on the roads.
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